How to hide or remove network speed in a Xiaomi smartphone: official and hidden methods

Have you noticed that your Xiaomi screen constantly displays Internet connection speeds — for example, 4G 12 Mb/s or Wi-Fi 86 Mb/s? This feature appeared in MIUI 12 firmware and newer, but not all users like it. Some find it useful for monitoring communication quality, and some find it an extra element that clutters the status bar. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to remove the network speed indicator on Redmi, POCO and Mi smartphones, including official settings, hidden developer parameters and even editing system files for advanced users.

It's important to understand that the methods differ depending on the MIUI version and the device model. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14, the path to settings may be different from the Redmi Note 10 with MIUI 12.5. We took these nuances into account and prepared universal instructions that work on most devices. If you don't find your smartphone on the list, check alternative methods or update the firmware to the latest version.

1. Official method: disabling through MIUI settings

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in system options, which is suitable for most MIUI 12-15 devices and does not require superuser rights (root).

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the Screen section (or Additional settings → Screen on some models).
3. Select the Status Line (or Status Bar).
4. Find the option to Show Network Speed (may be called Internet Speed or Network Indicator) and turn off the slider.
5. Restart the device so that the changes take effect.

If you don't have one on your menu, the manufacturer has hidden it for your model, in which case, move on to the next method.

2. Hidden developer settings: an alternative path

On some devices (such as the POCO F3 or Redmi K40), the option is hidden in the developer menu to activate it:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version and click on it 7 times in a row until you become a developer!
3. Return to the main Settings menu and open a new Developer section (usually at the bottom of the list).
4. Scroll down and find the Network Speed Indicator (NWI) option. Turn it off.

Attention! There are critical settings on the developer menu that can disrupt the system. Don't change other settings unless you're sure they're there.

3.Use of MIUI themes: Cloaking the indicator

If you can't turn off the network speed, you can disguise it with custom themes, and this method doesn't physically remove the indicator, but it makes it less visible.

1. Open the Themes app (icon with brush).
2. Go to the section My topics → Status bar.
3. Choose a theme with a minimalist design (such as Pure Black or Minimal UI).
4. Apply the theme and check if the speed indicator has become less flashy.

Some themes completely hide the speed text, leaving only the network icons, and the method is that when you change the topic, the indicator can return.

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If you’re using a dark theme, try turning on the AMOLED Black mode in the screen settings – this will make the status bar completely black and visually hide the extra elements.

4. editing system files (for advanced users)

This is a root-rights approach that is only suitable for power users, and we describe it for completeness, but we don't recommend it without understanding the risks, because doing the wrong thing can lead to a device blinking.

Instructions for devices with unlocked bootloader and installed Magisk:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/csc/others.xml or /system/csc/feature.xml (the path may be different!).
3. Find the line with NetworkSpeedIndicator and change the value from true to false: <CscFeature_NetworkSpeed>NetworkSpeedIndicator</CscFeature_NetworkSpeed> <CscFeature_NetworkSpeed>false</CscFeature_NetworkSpeed>
4. Save the file, set the rights to 644 (rw-r--r---) and restart the device.

⚠️ Attention! editing system files without a backup can make it impossible to boot the OS. Before making changes, create a backup through TWRP Or OrangeFox.

5. apps from Google Play: third-party solutions

If the standard methods didn't work, we could use third-party utilities, and we tested a few applications and selected the most reliable ones.

• 🔹 Nacho Notch – allows you to hide status bar elements, including network speeds. Works without root, but requires permission Overlaying on top of other applications.
• 🔹 Status Bar Customizer is a flexible setup of displayed icons. Supports Xiaomi, but on some firmware may not hide the speed completely.
• 🔹 Hide Network Speed is a specialized application to remove the indicator. ADB-activation.

Check reviews before installing – some applications may conflict with MIUI Optimization (built-in system optimization).

6. Network reset: a radical method

If the network speed appeared after updating the firmware or changing SIM-This way, you can reset your network settings, and it removes all the stored Wi-Fi networks and mobile Internet settings, so you can use it as a last resort.

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Select Network Settings Reset (or Wi-Fi, Mobile Network, and Bluetooth Reset).
3. Confirm the action and restart the device.

⚠️ Attention! After the reset, you'll have to re-enter your Wi-Fi passwords and set up your passwords. APN For mobile Internet, save this data in advance.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier for you to determine, we have compiled a comparative table of all ways:

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On devices with MIUI 14 and later, the manufacturer often blocks the network speed shutdown through standard settings, in which case the most reliable solution is the use of custom firmware (for example, Xiaomi.EU) or ADB-team.

FAQ: Frequent questions